You might have missed the news a while back that AtGames is bringing back classic Sega Genesis and Atari systems to the market this year, pre-loaded with a number of hit games, along with a few obscure favorites. With that, some players have been wondering when they would be able to get their hands on them. Well, soon enough, it looks like.
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The team at AtGames announced today that the systems will be coming this September, with the first systems set to arrive at the beginning of the month, followed by the others near the end.
First up, on September 1st, players will be able to get their hands on the portable systems, including the Atari Flashback Portable Game Player and the Sega Ultimate Portable Game Player. In addition, the Atari Flashback 8 Classic Game Console and the Classic Game Console will be available that day too. All these systems will be priced at $59.99 apiece.
As for the major systems, the Atari Flashback 8 Gold and the Sega Genesis Flashback, those will be arriving on September 22nd, priced at $79.99 apiece.
In case you need a rundown of what games come with which systems (it can be a bit confusing since there are six listed here), we’ve got those broken down over the next few pages:
Atari Flashback 8 Gold
The all-new Atari Flashback 8 Gold ($79.99) features 120 built-in all-time favorites. Games include legends like Activision’s Pitfall! and Taito’s Space Invaders, as well as many other all-time Atari 2600 classics like Kaboom!, River Raid, Centipede, and Millipede. Two all new, high performance 2.4ghz wireless controllers, styled after the Atari 2600 originals, are included, as well as two legacy controller ports for optional wired joysticks or paddles. Other all new features for the Atari Flashback 8 Gold include 720p HDMI output, scan line filtering, and a save/pause/rewind feature for every game.
Our hot take: For those of you that grew up with the Atari 2600 and remember a lot of these games, this will feel like a return to form. And it’s a good chance for those of you that missed out the first time around to experience them in their true form.
Atari Flashback 8 Classic
The Atari Flashback 8 Classic Game Console ($59.99) returns in a new value-priced edition, complete with 105 all-time favorites. Amazing new additions to the game line-up include Activision legends like Pitfall!, Kaboom!, and River Raid. Two wired controllers, styled after the Atari 2600 originals, are included, as well as two legacy controller ports to add your own optional wired joysticks or paddles.
Our hot take: This is a system that’s probably best for those that aren’t looking for the definitive HDMI experience and just want something on the side of “old school”. That said, you could put down $20 more and get the best system for your money. Definitely your call.
Atari Flashback Portable Game Player
The Atari Flashback Portable Game Player ($59.99) features an amazing selection of 70 built-in games, including the legendary BANDAI NAMCO Entertainment arcade hit, PAC-MAN. Other blockbuster games include Dig Dug, Pitfall!, and Frogger, and you can even add your own games with an optional SD card. A built-in, rechargeable battery, means the on-the-go fun never has to end. Games can be played on the portable’s built-in, high resolution 2.8″ display, or on a TV via optional cable.
Our hot take: The idea of playing classic Atari games on the go or on a TV sounds like a dream come true for some players. Here’s hoping that the version of Pac-Man is better than whatever that Atari 2600 edition was. Ugh.
Sega Genesis Flashback
The all-new Sega Genesis Flashback ($79.99) has a stunning new design, reminiscent of the original console, and features 85 built-in games as well as an integrated cartridge port that plays almost all of your favorite Sega Genesis and Mega Drive original cartridges. Built-in all-time favorites include the Sonic series, Mortal Kombat series, Phantasy Star series, and Shining Force series games. Two new high performance 2.4ghz wireless controllers, styled after the Sega Genesis originals, are included, as well as two legacy controller ports for optional wired gamepads. Other new features for the Sega Genesis Flashback include 720p HDMI output, scan line filtering, and a save/pause/rewind feature for every game.
Our hot take: This is a pretty great deal, provided that AtGames fixed those audio issues that made games sound horribly bad in its latest Sega Genesis system.
Classic Game Console
The Classic Game Console ($59.99) returns in a new value-priced edition, complete with 81 all-time favorites. Amazing new additions to the game line-up include role-playing and strategy legends, Shining Force, Shining Force II, and Shining in the Darkness. Two wired controllers, styled after the Sega Genesis originals, are included, as well as two legacy controller ports to add your own optional wired controllers.
Our hot take: You’re probably better off going after the model that’s $20 more, but this is an option for those that are strapped for cash. On top of that, AtGames hasn’t confirmed if it fixed the audio issues with this model.
Ultimate Portable Game Player
The Ultimate Portable Game Player ($59.99) returns with an enhanced selection of 85 built-in 16-bit Sega Genesis and Mega Drive classic games. The selection of blockbuster games include new additions PAC-PANIC and Splatterhouse 2, as well as many more surprises. You can even add your own games with an optional SD card! Returning for 2017 is save game support for the included Phantasy Star series role-playing games. A built-in, rechargeable battery, means the on-the-go fun never has to end. Games can be played on the portable’s built-in, high resolution 2.8″ display, or on a TV via optional cable.
Our hot take: Not gonna lie – the prospect of playing Splatterhouse 2 and Rolling Thunder 2 on the go sounds cool to us. And hooking up to the TV never hurts. On top of that, the battery life will be wayyyyyy better than the Sega Nomad. All we’re hoping now is that this doesn’t have audio issues.
Look for more information on these systems in the weeks ahead!
